Legends Pro League: Chris Gayle, Robin Uthappa set to feature
What's the story
The Legends Pro T20 League has announced a stellar lineup for its inaugural season. Star players Chris Gayle, Jacques Kallis, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, and Stuart Binny will all be part of the tournament. The franchise-based cricket tournament is set to offer a reunion of players who have shared on-field rivalries and off-field camaraderie over the years. Here are further details.
Player sentiments
Gayle expresses excitement for the league
Expressing his excitement, Gayle said, "Some of my best cricket memories involve the guys who will be playing for the league." He added that he has had some great on-field moments with Kallis, Uthappa, and Rayudu. The West Indies superstar also said seeing players like Shikhar Dhawan and Shane Watson again brings back fond memories of competitiveness and respect.
Player reflections
Kallis and Uthappa share their thoughts on the league
Kallis, too, echoed Gayle's sentiments and said he misses the feel of batting after being away from the game as a player for a while. He was excited about getting back into that rhythm of hitting balls and finding timing. Uthappa spoke about reuniting with players who have been part of his journey. He looked forward to experiencing this without any franchise pressure, calling it a chance to revive old cricketing friendships.
League anticipation
Rayudu and Binny share their excitement
Rayudu spoke about the bond that transcends formats and seasons, saying it reminds him why he loves cricket. He recalled his experiences with players like Binny, Uthappa, Gayle, and Shane Watson. Binny summed up the collective feeling among players by saying what excites him isn't just cricket but the group itself. He highlighted their shared experiences across the world that go beyond mere scorecards.
Key details
Key details about the league
The inaugural Legends Pro T20 League will take place between January 26 and February 4 next year, featuring six competitive teams. All matches be hosted by 1919 Sportz Stadium in Verna, Goa. As many as 90 players will take part, including Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Dinesh Karthik, Shane Watson, Dale Steyn, Shaun Marsh, Amit Mishra, Vinay Kumar, and Monty Panesar. The recently-retired Indian Premier League stars, as well as players from West Indies and Sri Lanka, will also take part.